I recently had a friend ask me what vitamins or supplements he should take. He had gone to the local nutrition store and gotten overwhelmed and confused. He left without making a purchase! Then he emailed me looking for a book on the A to Z’s of vitamins.

I don’t have such a book but the conversation started me thinking. (Always a scary thing)!

There is a lot of information “out there” about vitamins, supplements, and what food choices we should make. It’s very confusing and can be overwhelming.

I thought if my friend was interested in what vitamins to take and what they do, other people would be too. So, I’m starting a series on the A-Z of vitamins and supplements. If you have any specific questions, please email me so I can do the research and share the information with everyone.

Today, I just want to cover the difference between a micro-nutrient and a macro-nutrient.

Macro-nutrients are proteins, fats, carbohydrates. These are the food categories that are body uses in large amounts.

Micro-nutrients are vitamins and minerals. Very important but needed in smaller doses.

Please email me with questions at vicki@yourhealthystructure.com.

Recipe for the week: Jodi is my sister and a terrific cook.…

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http://parkaireconsultants.com/you-have-two-brains/#respondWed, 23 Jan 2013 20:16:39 +0000http://parkaireconsultants.com/?p=1578You Have Two Brains

I bet you didn’t know you had two brains! One is in your skull and the other is your digestive system. That’s right, your gut or Enteric Nervous System is also known fondly as your second brain because if the vagus nerve that connects your brain and digestive system is cut, your digestive system operates just fine on its own.

Your gut is a very busy and important place. It:

*Houses your immune system and keeps you well (70% of your immune system to be exact)

*Runs your metabolism

*Makes vitamins

*Communicates with every cell in your body

*Brings nutrients to each cell of your body

Fact: Did you know that, according to the CDC, colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer in men and women in the United States?

There are many steps you can take to protect your gut and overall health.

The types of food you eat have a huge impact on your digestive health. At this time of year, we tend to indulge a little more with food. We eat more sweets, more rich meals and drink more alcohol. We often find ourselves feeling tired, overwhelmed, and too full.

Treat yourself well by taking a few simple steps to insure good colon health.…